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Vinyl Tile Flooring From "Kitchen Renovations" episode DKTN-411

In the final segment of the first episode of "Updated Traditional (1 of 3), host Paul Ryan and the contractor create a 45-degree reference line for the tile using the rule of 3, 4, 5. They apply the tile adhesive and then start setting the tile creating a four square diamond pattern.

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	In this episode Paul's mother is in dire need of a kitchen update, ...
	so his brothers pitch in to create a traditional space ...
	with new checkerboard block flooring, modern appliances, a ...
	stunning dinette nook and hutch-storage area off the kitchen!

Materials and Tools for Demolition --

Safety glasses
Work gloves
Wire cutter
Prybar
Hammer
Reciprocating saw
Circular saw
Take-up shovel

Materials and Tools for Subfloor --

Safety glasses
Pliers
Underlayment
Pencil
Tape measure
Speed square
Jigsaw
Jamb saw or Japanese pull saw
Pneumatic stapler
1-3/8" 1/4" crown staples
Gypsum-based skim coat
Random orbital sander

Materials and Tools for Vinyl Tile Flooring --

Vinyl tiles
Kneepads
Vinyl tile cutter
Speed square
Pencil

	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C

Vinyl Tile Flooring

1. To create four square pattern on an angle with the tiles, you want the tops of angles or diamonds to line up straight across the room so you have symmetry.

   
   

2. Make a perfect 45-degree angle for a starting line. First, you need to make a 90-degree angle using the rule of 3, 4, 5. This says a triangle with sides of three feet, four feet, and five feet creates a perfect 90-degree angle (figure A).

   
   

3. Lay out your pattern to determine the exact placement.

   
   

4. Mark the first tile location.

   
   

5. Apply the recommended tile adhesive using a 1/32" V-notched trowel (figure B). It leaves behind a minimal amount of glue. You want 100-percent coverage on the underlayment. The adhesive needs about 20 minutes of open time to flash. The adhesive is ready when it goes from creamy to clear.

   
   

6. Make sure the tiles are clean and start on your mark, setting the tile on the reference line. Take you time to make sure you have perfect alignment. The tiles stick on contact but can be adjusted.

   
   

7. Work your way into the room, kneeling carefully as you work. You can walk on tile but make sure your shoes are clean.

   
   

8. Use a tile cutter (figure C) for vinyl composite tile. Mark your tile and use a speed square as a guide for a straight cut. Use a utility knife and carpenter's square if you need to cut a size that won't fit into the tile cutter.

   
   

9. Roll the floor with a 100-lb. roller.

   
   

10. Put a sealer on the floor when finished.

In the next episode of "Updated Traditional (2 of 3) Paul and his brothers make progress as they install the new semi-custom cabinets, the new dual sinks and a customized work desk so Mom can have an organized communication center.

RESOURCES :

Imperial Texture Standard Excelon -- VCT
Brand name: Armstrong
Model #: 51910, 51805
Color: Classic Black, Camel Beige
Where available: Visit the Armstrong website, link below.
Armstrong Floor Products
Website: www.armstrong.com

GUESTS :

Shane Kretsinger
Vice President, Operations
Autumn River
We apologize no contact information is available.

Anne E. Dailey, ASID
Interior Designer
DG Design
Website: www.annedailey.com